Cities Near Callao
Cities near Callao, Peru: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Chosica, Huaral, Huacho. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Callao, Peru is Chosica, about 29 mi (46 km) away — roughly 55 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chosica | 29 mi / 46 km | 55 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Huaral | 39 mi / 63 km | 1 hr 10 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Huacho | 73 mi / 118 km | 1 hr 42 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Tarma | 106 mi / 171 km | 2 hr 28 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Cerro de Pasco | 112 mi / 181 km | 2 hr 37 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Chincha Alta | 115 mi / 185 km | 2 hr 40 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Huancayo | 129 mi / 208 km | 3 hr | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Pisco | 130 mi / 209 km | 3 hr 1 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Huánuco | 158 mi / 255 km | 3 hr 41 min | 47 min | Weekend getaway |
| Ica | 167 mi / 270 km | 3 hr 54 min | 48 min | Weekend getaway |
Day trips from Callao
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Chosica, Huaral, Huacho. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Weekend getaways from Callao
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Tarma, Cerro de Pasco, Chincha Alta, Huancayo, Pisco. Worth an overnight or a full weekend.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Callao include Chosica, Huaral, Huacho, Tarma, Cerro de Pasco. The closest is Chosica, about 29 miles (46 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.